Description

Experience the joy of autumn with our delightful Pizza Pumpkins! These charming mini pumpkins are hollowed out and filled with your favorite pizza toppings, making them a fun and festive dish for any gathering. With a crispy crust and bubbling cheese, each bite is a nostalgic taste of comfort food. Perfect for Halloween parties or cozy family dinners, Pizza Pumpkins are sure to impress your guests and delight your taste buds.

Ingredients

Scale

4 small sugar pumpkins (about 1 lb each)
1 cup pizza sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup assorted toppings (e.g., pepperoni, bell peppers, olives)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cut the tops off each pumpkin and scoop out seeds and stringy bits.
Spoon pizza sauce into each cavity, then top generously with mozzarella cheese.
Add your chosen toppings on top of the cheese.
Drizzle olive oil over each pumpkin and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
Bake on a parchment-lined tray for 30-35 minutes until tender but firm.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 stuffed pumpkin (approximately 250g)
Calories: 280
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Feel free to experiment with seasonal toppings like caramelized onions or goat cheese for unique flavor profiles. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat at 350°F until warmed through.